 "Anish Kumar")
Anish Kumar
Anish Kumar
Anish Kumar is a News Editor at Business Standard with nearly a decade of sports journalism experience. From Cricket World Cups and India’s bilateral Test series to the Ranji Trophy and Pro Kabaddi League, he has covered it all. With deep digital and multimedia experience across top newsrooms, Anish knows how to craft content — from sharp headlines to dynamic videos — that clicks with today’s audiences. Off the field, he’s either trekking up a mountain or tracking the latest political developments.
Anish Kumar is a News Editor at Business Standard with nearly a decade of sports journalism experience. From Cricket World Cups and India’s bilateral Test series to the Ranji Trophy and Pro Kabaddi League, he has covered it all. With deep digital and multimedia experience across top newsrooms, Anish knows how to craft content — from sharp headlines to dynamic videos — that clicks with today’s audiences. Off the field, he’s either trekking up a mountain or tracking the latest political developments.
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Cricket's popularity dips as basketball, MMA, F1 ignite youth sports fandom
Basketball and motorsport have recorded the sharpest climbs, each adding four percentage points since 2019, according to Nielsen Fan Insights 2025 study
 "Cricket's popularity dips as basketball, MMA, F1 ignite youth sports fandom")
Borussia Dortmund tightens locker room rules after Bellingham incident
Only players, coaches and officials will have access to the locker room areas in future, says Dortmund managing director Lars Ricken
 "Borussia Dortmund tightens locker room rules after Bellingham incident")
BCCI on Dream11 exit: Will ensure not to indulge with such firms in future
BCCI and Dream11 are discontinuing their relationship after the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, was passed, says BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia
 "BCCI on Dream11 exit: Will ensure not to indulge with such firms in future")
Pakistan banks on youth and new faces for Women's ODI World Cup Challenge
Eyman, Shawaal and Aroob, all in their early twenties, had represented Pakistan in the inaugural ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup in 2023, symbolising a generational shift in the side.
 "Pakistan banks on youth and new faces for Women's ODI World Cup Challenge")
Explained: How Dream 11's sports business affected by Online Gaming bill?
Alongside Dream11, My11Circle contributes significantly, paying Rs 125 crore annually to remain an official fantasy partner of the Indian Premier League.
US Open 2025: Bonzi knocks Medvedev out in first round, wins five-set epic
Bonzi entered the second round after defeating Medvedev, 6-3, 7-5, 6-7, 0-6, 6-4.
 "US Open 2025: Bonzi knocks Medvedev out in first round, wins five-set epic")
Cheteshwar Pujara retires: A look at his five greatest Test knocks
Cheteshwar Pujara retires after 103 Tests. From Adelaide 2018 to Colombo 2015, here are his five greatest Test innings that defined India's No.3.
Cheteshwar Pujara retires from all forms of Indian cricket
Pujara made his international debut in 2010 and went on to represent India in 103 Tests and 5 ODIs. He scored 7,195 runs in Tests at an average of 43.60, with 19 centuries and 35 fifties.
Ronaldo becomes first footballer to score 100 goals for 4 different clubs
The feat adds to Ronaldo's remarkable tallies with Real Madrid (450), Manchester United (145), and Juventus (101).
Asia Cup 2025: Dream11 pulls out as Team India's lead sponsor - report
The BCCI is expected to invite fresh bids for jersey sponsorship rights, though whether a new partner can be finalised before the Asia Cup remains uncertain.
Asia Cup Hockey 2025: Bangladesh, Kazakhstan replace Pakistan and Oman
Pakistan out, Bangladesh & Kazakhstan in: Asia Cup Hockey 2025 to begin Aug 29 in Rajgir, Bihar. India drawn with China, Japan, Kazakhstan in Pool A.
Babar, Rizwan downgraded as PCB finds no player fit for top contract
PCB central contracts 2025-26: Babar Azam, Mohammed Rizwan downgraded to Category B, no player in Category A, 12 new faces added to 30-player pool.
 "Babar, Rizwan downgraded as PCB finds no player fit for top contract")
Asia Cup 2025: Agarkar defends Jasprit Bumrah's workload management
Jasprit Bumrah's inclusion marks a significant return, with this being his first T20 tournament since last year's World Cup.
 "Asia Cup 2025: Agarkar defends Jasprit Bumrah's workload management")
Not our fault: Agarkar on Shreyas Iyer's omission from Asia Cup 2025 squad
While addressing the media, chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar said that it not of his or captain Suryakumar Yadav's fault that Shreyas is not in the India squad for the Asia Cup.
 "Not our fault: Agarkar on Shreyas Iyer's omission from Asia Cup 2025 squad")
Samson vs Gill: Shubman's rise leaves Sanju staring at uncertain future
Shubman Gill's return as T20 vice-captain signals his rise as India's all-format leader, while Sanju Samson's future looks bleak with Pant's comeback looming.
India Asia Cup squad announced: Shubman Gill named Surya's deputy
Gill's appointment signals his growing leadership role, with chief selector Ajit Agarkar noting that the 25-year-old had already been earmarked for the position after the last World Cup
Asia Cup 2025: Five big names who missed India's flight to UAE
Asia Cup 2025: Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Washington Sundar, Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj miss out from India's 15-member squad
Analysis: India squad for Asia Cup 2025 - Know about the 15-member squad
India's 15-member Asia Cup 2025 squad named: Suryakumar captain, Axar deputy; Samson, Abhishek, Tilak make cut, Shubman Gill misses out.
India Asia Cup squad announcement HIGHLIGHTS: 15-man squad announced; Gill named vice-captain
India squad announcement for Asia Cup 2025: Suryakumar Yadav and Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-man squad with Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal not part of it.
AUS vs SA 1st ODI: Brevis makes ODI debut; South Africa batting first
Australia vs South Africa 1st ODI live streaming is available on JioHostar. Cricket fans can watch the match live on Star Sports 1 HD/SD in India
